Hero To A Child

06/05/2026

We are overjoyed by your generous donation and deeply grateful for your support 100 Good Guys - St. Pete Your kindness helps us continue our mission at Hero To A Child, providing essential resources, opportunities, and hope to the children and families we serve. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in their lives.

06/05/2026

Join us for this year's Adulting 101 Teen Conference as we connect foster youth with the tools, resources, and confidence to build their future!

We're bringing back some favorite features and introducing an exciting new experience designed to help teens prepare for life beyond foster care!

🎮 NEW THIS YEAR: The Game of Life
Teens will navigate real-world decisions involving housing, transportation, employment, education, and budgeting in this interactive simulation.

📣 Youth Panel Returns
Hear firsthand from young adults who have experienced foster care and are willing to share their stories, challenges, and advice.

🎁 Attendance Incentives & Raffles
Because learning about your future should be rewarding, too!

🤝 Teen Resource Table
Connect with programs, services, and opportunities designed specifically to support youth as they transition into adulthood.

Plus, enjoy a free lunch and connect with community partners dedicated to helping youth build successful futures.

⚠️ Adulting 101 is completely FREE to attend, but seating is limited and this event reaches capacity every year. Early registration is highly encouraged!

📅 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 SPC EpiCenter, Clearwater

✅ Registration Required https://ow.ly/HOGl50Z89AF

06/04/2026

✨ Kayla had one big wish—to cheer with her team at a major competition. As a flyer, she’s the one lifted high into the air at the very top of the pyramid, and it’s where she truly shines.

Without financial support, Kayla was at risk of missing out on more than just the competition—she could have missed the chance to feel included, confident, and part of something special.

Because of supporters like YOU, Kayla took the mat with her team, did what she loves most, and even brought home a huge trophy! 🏆

At Hero to a Child, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to dream big, build confidence, and create unforgettable memories. Thank you for making moments like this possible. ❤️

05/28/2026

Come test your adulting skills before real life starts charging rent!

Hero to a Child is proud to announce our Fourth Annual Adulting 101 Teen Conference!

Whether you’re thinking about college, work, housing, budgeting, or just figuring out what comes next, Adulting 101 is here to help you start building your future. 💙

✨ This year’s event includes:
• Youth Panel - back by popular demand!
• NEW interactive “Game of Life” experience
• Incentives and giveaways
• Community resources and support agencies
• Life skills, education, career, and housing information
• And more!

🚨This event is completely free, but space is limited, and seats fill quickly every year. We encourage families and teens to register early to reserve their spot.🚨

📌 SPC Epicenter at 13805 58th Street North, Clearwater, FL 33760
🗓️ Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 9:00 am until 2:00 pm.

👉 https://form.jotform.com/253568720550055

05/27/2026

We'd love for you to take a moment and check out Polar's new blog post! 🐾

Without a doubt, the best part of this work is getting to stand in a courtroom and watching a little girl smile from ear to ear while a judge declares what everyone in the room already knows: They’re finally home.

05/26/2026

Some speeches stay with you forever. 💙

This brave young girl shared what it means to finally have a forever family — and how adoption changed her life for the better. Her words were filled with hope, courage, and gratitude beyond her years.

She reminded everyone listening that every child deserves love, stability, and a place to call home.

And in the sweetest moment of all, she proudly said she is rooting for HERO TO CHILD and the mission of helping more children find the forever families they deserve. 🏡✨

Her voice may be small, but her message is powerful.

Special thank you to toribo, Creative Marketing Director | Media for the video courtesy and for helping share this meaningful story. 🎥💙

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05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

At Hero to a Child, we are reminded of the importance of protection, love, and ensuring every child has the chance at a safe and stable forever home.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed and will reopen Tuesday at 10:00 AM.

Wishing you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day

05/23/2026

Beautiful evening in Dunedin at the Laura James Gallery! ✨

Laura is generously raffling off her incredible piece, Calm In The Storm, with all proceeds benefiting Hero To A Child and the children and youth we serve in foster care.

We’re so grateful for community partners like Laura who use their talents to make a difference. 💙

05/22/2026

A huge THANK YOU to TRIAD for hosting an incredible personal care and hygiene drive in support of children and youth in foster care! 💙

Their team filled the car to overflowing with thousands of dollars worth of essential items — including baby wipes, dental hygiene products, body wash, feminine care items, and so much more.

Thanks to TRIAD’s generosity, our four resource closets in Clearwater, New Port Richey, and Dade City are now fully stocked with critical essentials that help children and youth in foster care feel cared for, confident, and supported.
We are so grateful for TRIAD’s compassion and commitment to making a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve. Thank you for your support! ✨

05/21/2026

Growing up can be exciting, but also a little overwhelming as our dependent youth face aging out of foster care. But Hero to a Child is here to help with our Fourth Annual Adulting 101 Teen Conference!!!

This free conference is designed to help youth ages 14+ build confidence and prepare for life after foster care. Meet community organizations, learn about resources available to you, explore future career and education opportunities, and gain real-world life skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Whether you’re thinking about college, work, housing, budgeting, or just figuring out what comes next, Adulting 101 is here to help you start building your future. 💙

✨ This year’s event includes:
• Youth Panel - back by popular demand!
• NEW interactive “Game of Life” experience
• Incentives and giveaways
• Community resources and support agencies
• Life skills, education, career, and housing information
• And more!

https://ow.ly/5rkW50Z2pk5